Uploaded December 2019 | Updated September 2026, 27 minutes ago
Alexander Hamilton, by Professor Stephen Knott. Professor Stephen Knott of the Naval War College discusses the life and legacy of Alexander Hamilton. Professor Knott suggests that Hamilton is a misunderstood founder who was, perhaps, the most exceptional common man of the period—not a Wall Street elitist, a belief that exists to this day. The video also explores Hamilton’s early beginnings, his significant relationship with Washington, and his contribution and legacy; a story that, in Professor Knott’s view, has not been adequately told.
0:00 Intro
1:31 Washington and Hamilton
5:55 Jefferson and Madison
Alexander Hamilton, by Professor Stephen Knott. Professor Stephen Knott of the Naval War College discusses the life and legacy of Alexander Hamilton. Professor Knott suggests that Hamilton is a misunderstood founder who was, perhaps, the most exceptional common man of the period—not a Wall Street elitist, a belief that exists to this day. The video also explores Hamilton’s early beginnings, his significant relationship with Washington, and his contribution and legacy; a story that, in Professor Knott’s view, has not been adequately told.
0:00 Intro
1:31 Washington and Hamilton
5:55 Jefferson and Madison
